Description
A cozy and creamy potato soup that’s easy to make and perfect for any chilly evening.
Ingredients
- Russet potatoes (or Yukon Gold)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup flour
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: thyme, rosemary, bay leaves
- Toppings: cheese, chives, bacon bits, sour cream
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Peel and chop the potatoes into small cubes.
- Sauté the onion and garlic in butter until translucent.
- Add potatoes and broth, bring to a boil, then simmer until tender.
- Make the roux by melting butter and whisking in flour until golden.
- Blend the soup until smooth, then stir in the roux.
- Add milk or cream and heat through, seasoning to taste.
- Serve topped with desired toppings.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with additional veggies or toppings to make this soup your own.